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New concept on communicating Europe

The Federal Foreign Office’s new concept on communicating Europe is intended to help strengthen confidence in Europe and make people aware once again of Europe’s value. Foreign Minister Westerwelle presented the concept to the Federal Cabinet on 29 February.

Community of values: Germany in Europe

The concept, entitled “Explaining Europe – Discussing Europe”, is based on the assumption that Europe is currently going through a “defining phase”. The paper states: “What happens over the next few months will have a lasting impact on Germany’s image in Europe, on Europe’s image in Germany and on Europe’s image in the world.”

German foreign and European policy has a dual responsibility: “We have to help shape tomorrow’s Europe. At the same time, we have to convince the people in Germany, Europe and beyond that we are on the right path.”